Transits December 28, 2023 – January 7, 2024 Mercury (in Jyeshtha) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from December 28th to January 7th 2024, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Starting off retrograde, then turning direct by January 2nd, Mercury retraces its path from mid-to-late November 2023 and brings an issue back to the table that was left unresolved. You may change your […] December 26, 2023December 26, 2023
Transits December 25, 2023 – January 11, 2024 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Through the gap and back again Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, crosses the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 25th until January 11th 2024. This is a particularly intense Gandanta phase, or junction area which translates to ‘knot-end’, and has a quality of instability and karmic experience. Mercury being retrograde makes this transit more complex […] December 15, 2023December 14, 2023
Transits November 24 – 29 Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Going out on a mental limb Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 24th to 29th. This double-junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Scorpio-Jyeshta through the first of Sagittarius-Mula, which of all gandanta zones is particularly edgy and volatile energy. A […] November 14, 2023October 25, 2023
Transits November 17 – 27 Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyestha from November 17th to 27th 2023, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 7, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits November 8 – 17 Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ Sending a signal of cooperation Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from Nov November 8th to 17th 2023. This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with surface appearances. Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory […] October 29, 2023October 24, 2023
Transits November 30 – December 5 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to higher thinking Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from November 30th to December 5th 2022. This junction area translates to a ‘knot-end’ and stretches from the final pada of Jyeshta through the first of Mula, bringing an uncertain atmosphere and karmic patterning. Communication and contractual […] November 20, 2022November 22, 2022
Transits November 24 – December 3 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshta from Nov 24th to Dec 3rd, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. Jyeshta translates as ‘The Elder’, and its ruling devata Indra, King of the Gods, sees you stepping up and taking responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with older […] November 14, 2022October 18, 2022
Transits November 15 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Anuradha) ~ Sending a signal of cooperation Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from Nov 15th to Nov 24th. This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with superficial appearances. Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory asterism […] November 5, 2022November 7, 2022
Transits December 7 – 12 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From instinct to high-flown thought Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from December 7th to 12th 2021. This junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Jyeshtha through the first of Mula and has a quality of instability and karmic lessons. Of all […] November 28, 2021November 26, 2021
Transits December 1 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshtha) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 1st to 10th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. Jyeshtha is ‘The Elder’, whose ruling devata is Indra, King of the Gods, so you step up and take responsibility as a spokesperson and voice of experience. Either you are dealing with […] November 21, 2021November 17, 2021
Your Ascendant Ruler’s Nakshatra Analysis We’re excited to unveil a brand‑new section inside the Birth Chart feature of the align27 app – House Rulers in Nakshatras. House Rulers in Nakshatras We’re kicking this off with the Ascendant Ruler, the planet that defines you – your physical body, personality, and overall approach to life. When your ascendant ruler is placed in a […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 7, 2025
The Planet That Reveals Your Life Partner Did you know there’s a single planet in your birth chart that holds the secret to your marriage and soul-level partnerships? Your Darakaraka Report It’s called the Darakaraka – the planet with the lowest degree in your chart. More than just romantic compatibility, your Darakaraka reveals: The qualities and energy of your ideal life partner […] Written by Align27 August 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Oct 24 – Nov 6 Sun (in Swati) ~ Power through diplomacy The Sun, planet of light and identity, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 24th to November 6th 2025. Swati brings a focus on fairness and balance, where your skills are to be an ambassador or go-between, and art, justice and forgiveness also come to the fore. You have tact and diplomacy, though you […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 18 – Dec 5 Jupiter (in Punarvasu ) ~ Create your own luck Jupiter, planet of knowledge and expansion, is in pada (part) four of Punarvasu, in the zodiacal sign of Cancer from October 18th to December 5th 2025. This planet has an affinity with Punarvasu’s adventurous and inquisitive nature, symbolised by a Quiver of Arrows, and its Shakti of Renewal. This part of Punarvasu brings Jupiter into […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Oct 17 – 27 Venus (in Hasta) ~ Shake hands on a deal Venus, planet of relating and luxury, is in the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from October 17th to 27th, 2025. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for taking and receiving, and all activities associated with handicraft. You may encounter people who are open-handed in their affections, or else […] Written by Align27 August 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Vedic Astrology based Rituals for Radiant Skin Skin is the largest organ in our body, and skin issues primarily occur with a flared-up pitta dosha. According to Vedic Astrology, the skin is ruled by the planet Mercury. When Mercury is afflicted by Mars, Sun, or Ketu (the planets connected to the fire element), we are more prone to skin-related problems as they […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2024June 6, 2024